Top Takeaways:
Inspector Obic Modestus of the Lagos State Police Command has been summoned for disciplinary action after a viral video showed him assaulting an Uber driver.
The incident, which occurred in the Ketu area, was captured on video and widely circulated on social media, sparking public outrage.
The Lagos State Police Command has condemned the officer’s actions and assured the public of appropriate disciplinary measures.
The incident has reignited discussions on police brutality and the need for reform within the Nigerian Police Force.
The Story
Lagos, Nigeria. In a disturbing incident that has captured national attention, Inspector Obic Modestus of the Lagos State Police Command has been summoned for disciplinary action after a video surfaced showing him assaulting an Uber driver in the Ketu area of Lagos. The video, shared by X user @dammiedammie35, depicts Inspector Modestus slapping the driver and forcibly dragging him into a police vehicle, all while shouting, “Are you mad?”
The Lagos State Police Command, through its Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed that Inspector Modestus has been summoned by the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) and will be handed over to the Provost Department for appropriate disciplinary measures. Commissioner of Police Olohundare Jimoh emphasized the command’s zero-tolerance policy towards any form of incivility to members of the public.
This incident has reignited public discourse on police brutality in Nigeria, with many citizens drawing parallels to the #EndSARS protests of 2020, which called for an end to police misconduct and extrajudicial actions. The public outcry underscores the ongoing challenges in reforming the Nigerian Police Force and restoring public trust.
Top Comments from X (formerly Twitter):
@dammiedammie35: “A new video of Nigerian policemen violently assaulting an Uber driver. Please share this video – this is someone’s father they’re beating like an animal.”
@BenHundeyin: “The Police Officer, Inspector Obic Modestus, has been summoned by the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) @LagosPoliceNG. He will be handed over to the Provost Department for appropriate disciplinary measures.”
@OlumideWrites: “This is exactly why we protested during #EndSARS. The culture of impunity must end. Kudos to those who recorded and shared the video.”
@Adaeze_N: “It’s heartbreaking to see this still happening. When will the Nigerian Police Force truly reform?”
@ChuksOnye: “Public accountability is key. Glad to see swift action being taken, but we need systemic change.”
The incident involving Inspector Obic Modestus serves as a stark reminder of the persistent issues of police brutality in Nigeria. While the swift response by the Lagos State Police Command is commendable, it underscores the need for comprehensive reforms within the Nigerian Police Force to prevent such incidents and restore public trust
